La Follette Heads to Ohio in Roosevelt Funds Clash
Wisconsin Senator Robert La Follette arrives in Chicago and heads to Bowling Green Ohio to probe Roosevelt campaign funding. He vows to expose contributors and demand a full source list amid Taft criticism of indicted supporters. Roosevelt retorts Real Republicans back Lincoln principles. Georgia anti Taft group plans convention to nominate Roosevelt.
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Chicago
Stobert M. la Polette
Wisconsin
California
Ohio
Bowling Green
la Follette
Roonevelt
Wiccanc
George W. Perkins
E. H. Gary
Dan R. Hanna
Roosevelt
Taft
Wanted at Steel Inquiry Goes to Europe
Astonishment arose in New York as government lawyers learned that William E B Corey left for Europe during the suit to dissolve United States Steel. Colton summoned the subpoena book showing Corey marked for testimony. contempt of court could follow if he fails to appear on return. Reis Wheeler and Darin continue testimony at the hearing in New York.
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United States Steel Corporation
William EB. Corey
Europe
Henry P. Colton
Jacob M. Dickinson
Corey
Colton
Regents Meet Discuss Women Students Health Services
Special to The Nr Madison Wis May leachers committee of the board of nore school regents hosts a meeting this afternoon to appoint a woman medical adviser for health oversight of women students at the eight normal schools in the state. A salary of 2000 dollars is noted. The university parents committee plans reorganizing the staff, with a resolution from Supt Cary. M Blanche M Trilling, associate director of Physical education at the Ciilen teachers college and a Weilusing graduate, is named director of women's physical department at the University of Wisconsin.
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Danish Royal Yacht Brings Remains to Copenhagen
The Danish royal yacht Dannebrog arrived at Tollenden wharf near Amelienborg palace with the body of Wing Frederick VIIT from Travemuende. A royal procession formed with cavalry and many royals followed the hearse to Christianborg Chapel where the coffin was laid on a bier and the family paid silent homage by kissing the Danish flag.
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Travemuende
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Norway
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Women Clubs Vote to Abolish Districting in Wisconsin
Madison reports the Women’s clubs in the Second and Third congressional districts voted to remove districting by lines and form permanent federated districts with separate officers. They adopted a model constitution and urged other districts to follow. Miss Lutie K. Stearns urged self governed districts free from capitol influence. Mrs. J. Hobbina of Madison was elected delegate to the state federation meeting in Janesville.
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Honors for Conquest
Premier Giovanni Gio Mth announced in the chamber that General Ameglio surrounded and defeated the Rhodes garrison on Rhodes Island. The Turkish defenders surrendered this morning and were accorded military honors.
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Direct Election of Senators Adopted by Massachusetts House
Boston May 10 The Massachusetts house votes unanimously to adopt the new amendment for direct election of U S senators, aligning with federal constitutional change. The action follows recent national debate on voters choosing senators directly.
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Boston
Mass
House
Tolay
Archbold Coal Deal Facts at Senate Hearing
Witnesses describe alleged schemes around the Ratorda dump with profits figures and options. Scranton operator Bridley testifies that Roland raised concerns about a possible purchase price of 25 900 and that Bradley discussed taking over the dump to negotiate with Williams and Archbald. James R Trainy offered to assist in obtaining the dump for 20 900 and proposed a 25 900 sale with a 2 000 profit for himself.
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Washington
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Astor Will To Probate In New York May 17
The will of John Jacob Astor was prepared for probate in New York. Special guardians appointed for widow and two children Vincent and Muriel. If a guardian is absent the document will be admitted without contest. Estate value estimated from 75 million to 100 million dollars.
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New York
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Muriel
Unler
Rettman and Goldman vow revenge on attackers
Dr Ben Rettman and Erma Goldman say they will strike back at the “beanty tmcb” that drove them from the south. The statement follows an assault in San Diego earlier this week.
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Los Angeles
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San Diego
Erma Goldman
County Judge Fined by Superior Court in Cook County Fight
County Judge Owens was fined 500 by Superior Court Judge Mekinles for contempt of court and violating an injunction restraining the county judge and his aides from interfering with the Cook County Democratic convention. Police officials and election officials also faced fines as factional conflict over the April 7 convention at the Seventh Regiment Armory intensified. The case raised questions of jurisdiction and prompted immediate moves to appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court.
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Ruger Sullivan
Jrdge
Ivoge Owen
Rriming
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Miners Aim to Ratify Anthracite Agreement Today
Wilkes Barre Pa May developments in the anthracite miners convention indicate a majority of delegates will ratify the agreement with coal operators. The Seventh district president backed abolition of the sliding scale and a key foreign delegate from Schuylkill region signaled support for ending the sliding scale.
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Wilkesbarre
Inadera
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No Choice Ensu es On Second Church Vote
At the Minneapolis May 17 general conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church no bishop was elected on the second ballot. Homer C Stuntz of New York led the race. Dr W C Shepard of Chicago and others gained votes but seven bishops remain to be chosen. Amusement policy and church politics dominated sessions as candidates with over 200 votes faced continued balloting and possible retirements.
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Downey
New York
W. QO. Shepard
Chicago
Wintul M.S. Hughes
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Charles
Mark A. Matthews
Seattle
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Wien
William Henry Rebert
Synod of West Virginia
Portland
Pope Receives Visitors In Private Audience
In Rome on May 17 the pope received Bishop W A Jonen of Porto Rico in a private audience. He was later introduced by Father Kennedy, rector of the American college in Rome, to sixty Americans. The pontiff imparted the apostolic benediction to all present.
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W. A. Jonen
Porto Rico
Maonaianer Kennedy
American College
Trial on to dissolve the Sugar Trust in New York
Efforts to dissolve the Sugar Trust are presented in the Federal Building New York before Wilson B Brice appointed by the United States Circuit Court. Eminent lawyers from across the country defend the trust while James Knapp aids District Attorney Wise. W P Willett is among the witnesses.
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Wise
W. PL Willett
Publication of Income Tax Lists Provokes Debate
A Milwaukee newspaper reports a heated discussion over publishing income tax lists. Proponents say posting public tax data may deter evasion while opponents warn it exposes wealthier voters and could suppress participation. The plan, linked to a local club, faces scrutiny about privacy and public interest.
Detroit Strikes Loom Over American League Battle
In an unusual development a Detroit team went on strike amid an unresolved dispute with standings and a suspended game. The event disrupted plans for a key matchup against a Philadelphia affiliate as league officials sought a resolution.
ICLUBMAN DISLIKED AS JUROR IN Darrow Trial
An unlikely juror, Clarence 8 Darra’s defense team and the prosecution clash over juror Longhutin Loughlin’s eligibility. With few other prospects, the panel faced long delays as peremptory challenges narrowed to one side. The jury selection continued amid objections and arguments on bias and duty.
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Chicago Packers Indicted for Meat Inspection Violation
Federal grand jury indicted Chicago Packers on criminal violation of the meat inspection law for interstate shipment of meats without government inspection. Indictments returned before U S District Judge Lands. government decision on extradition pending.
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General freight strike to be declared nationwide
Chicago May 24. President Pad Flanery of the local union says a general strike of freight handlers across the country will be declared tomorrow. The move follows ongoing labor disputes and aims to pressure employers on wage and working conditions.
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Tatay
Submarine Tuna Lays Easy After Grounding Incident
A submarine vessel ran aground off a harbor three miles out to sea en route to Arkport. Five crew members refused to leave the craft as rescue efforts began. Navy divers and a rescue cutter from Norfolk awaited clearance to tow the submarine to deep water. The craft measures about 140 feet and valued at $450,000.
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Arklgepert
Tin Dawnnehaver
Rommnant
Ulshtfall
Uerowietaney
Italian Slayer on Trial for Royal Murder Case
Baron Vincenne Patermio, ex cavalry officer of the Bradian army, faces trial March 4 for the murder of Princess Gaitla Neon, with alleged plots involving the Duke and Turin counts. Public glare intensifies as witnesses testify and a court ruling lingers on closed sessions.
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Saloonkeeper Contest to Reverse Revocation
A. Bh Yeloo, a saloonkeeper in Rhinelander, seeks a writ of certiorari to reverse a liquor license revocation by the county council. The petition names Judge Redal Wansau and will be heard Friday as testimony is weighed to determine if the revocation was warranted and may be reversed or confirmed.
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Yeloo
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Wrights’ Aviator Ill With Typhoid Fever In Dayton
May 17 reports indicate Wilbur Wright, noted aeroplane inventor, is ill at his Dayton home with typhoid fever. Physicians say his condition has not reached an acute form, though the illness is serious.
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Associated Prams
Dayton
Wicbur Wright
Hia Miness
Methods of Sugar Refineries Exposed in Government Suit
Juline A. Stubsberg former treasurer of the Brooklyn Sugar Refining Company testifies in the government dissolution suit against the sugar trust. He describes trustees directing output and profits, with the American Sugar Refining Company paying about one dollar for the Brooklyn plant. The plant’s value exceeds $1.5 million, and profits were used as working capital.
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New York
America
Juline A. Sturnsberg
Brooklyn Sugar Refining Company
Stursberg
So Colld Sugar Trust
Brooklyn
Wise
American
Relmerica
Henry O. Havemayer
Theodore Havemeyer
Flo. jMatthesen
John &. Parson
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William iDick
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Charles H
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Mr. Wise
American Sugar Refining Company
Starsburg
Sugar Jtetineries Company
Tox Company
Prank J. Crawford
Washington, D
Smenet
National Party
Elwell road law upheld by state supreme court ruling
The state supreme court upholds the constitutional validity of the Elwell road law, confirming municipal power to levy assessments for local improvements. The decision states counties are municipal corporations under the constitution and extends this rule to the case, detailing a funding split: one fourth district, one fourth county, one half state, for highway construction.
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